Antique French Louis XV Vitrine Glazed Glass Display Cabinet

£475.00
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Description

A stunning rare early 20th century French Louis XV Style Vitrine Display cabinet with kingwood serpentine outline with gilt metal mounts and ormolu throughout and mirrored back. The glazed doors are on the front and sides standing on four cabriole legs. The interior with beige silk fabric lining and glass shelves with the hidden bottom shelf. The back is mirrored which created great optical elusion and reflection in any space it is placed. A truly showstopping piece of furniture. The French antique glass display cabinet has decorative ormolu mounts to the top and legs, also bordered gilding to the cupboard door and marquetry floral detail on all three panels. A lovely hidden storage compartment underneath once the door is open. Original key attached. Dimensions: WIDTH 97cm DEPTH 40cm HEIGHT 179cm Condition report: Overall lovely condition, throughout with some signs of age. There is slight surface wear in places where the veneer has peeled off (pictured) including age-related patina to the gilding, and very minor marks, scratches and stains to the wood. The silk lining is stained however adds to the history of this piece. The antique glass display cabinet remains structurally solid and sound, with the glass on all 3 sides intact. Overall, a neat example of an antique glass display cabinet. Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home! We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.